This conference attracts presenters and delegates from a wide range of roles within teaching and learning both from the UK and internationally. For the past 14 years, this well-established conference has consistently offered excellent professional development opportunities and often received feedback about how useful the sessions and networking have been. There is a relaxed and friendly vibe at the conference and organisation takes pride in ensuring that all of the delegates are given a warm welcome to the award winning campus at Edge Hill University.
| Solstice themes | CLT themes |
| Creative deployment of technologies to enhance the student experience Getting the best our of the VLE Adding value to large group teaching using technology Creative use of technologies in the classroom Electronic assessment and feedback Student induction into HE and the role of technology Going beyond PowerPoint Technologies and formative assessment The role and use of online classrooms MOOCS and developments in online course structures Approaches to enhancement of learning, teaching and assessment Postgraduate learners and learning Technologies and internationalisation of the student experience Lecture capture Inclusive technologies Evidence-based practice, pedagogic research Simulation – from Classroom to Cyber Space Learning Analytics – Pros and Cons Others of topical interest | Student induction and transitions Implications of post-16 curriculum changes re planning for induction and transitions Making the first year experience a success Assessment for learning Retention focused practices Adding value to large group teaching Enhancing employability Skills and information literacy Academic writing Teaching and supporting international students Leading change in the teaching and learning arena Internationalisation and international students’ experiences Feedback Emerging challenges and improving student success Education for sustainable development Peer mentoring Inclusive practices Personal tutoring Evidence-based practice, pedagogic research TEF and teaching excellence – lessons learned and next steps REF 2021 – Implications for Learning and Teaching Research Eliminating contract cheating Others of topical interest |
You can access the book of abstracts HERE
This conference is all about serious topics covered in a fun way. Because who says we need to dress up in business outfits to discuss business?! Here is how we do it:
It was a very productive day in terms of learning new skills. I have managed to figure out a bit of programming and even create my first A-frame augmented reality experience. Much less user-friendly interface (if the user is no programmer), but definitely a success feeling.
On this conference, we don’t just focus on technology, but also the pedagogy behind it. With valuable discussions around the TPACK framework, we had a bit of time to explore traditional methods of engaging learners. Creativity is the main driver of motivation in my land, so you can imagine my excitement when I saw Dr. Dawne Bell and her mini foldbooks. A handout I will never lose 🙂
Below you can see the slides I used during my talk, but there is not much text, so if you need some explanation, please contact some of the participants or me directly. 🙂
Poster
Big THANK YOU goes to Dawne Bell and the whole CLT team at Edge Hill for organizing this great conference. I will see you next year!
Augmented Toys 